Question 1

❓Who is eligible for your scholarships?

Accepted Answer

☑️Eligibility depends on the scholarship:

George L. Paige Scholarship of Excellence – Open to graduating seniors at Halifax County High School who plan to attend a four-year college or university.

Lee A. Murphy Jr. Legacy Scholarship Fund – Open to Virginia high school seniors pursuing a STEM degree at a four-year Virginia college or university.

Richmond Minority Advancement Scholarship – Open to graduating seniors from Richmond Public Schools accepted into a four-year college or university.

Question 2

❓What GPA is required for your scholarships?

Accepted Answer

☑️GPA depends on the scholarship:

George L. Paige Scholarship of Excellence – Minimum 3.0 GPA in high school; recipients must maintain at least a 2.7 GPA in college.

Lee A. Murphy Jr. Legacy Scholarship Fund – Minimum 3.0 GPA in high school and throughout college.

Richmond Minority Advancement Scholarship – Minimum 3.0 GPA in high school and in college.

Question 3

❓How much financial support is available for your scholarships?

Accepted Answer

☑️ Financial support depends on the scholarship:George L. Paige Scholarship of Excellence – Up to $25,000, with the final amount disbursed throughout the four-year program.Lee A. Murphy Jr. Legacy – Up to $10,000, with the final amount disbursed throughout the four-year program.Richmond Minority Advancement – Up to $5,000, with the final amount disbursed throughout the four-year program.

Question 4

❓Are the scholarships renewable?

Accepted Answer

☑️Yes. Each scholarship is renewable if recipients meet GPA requirements and complete semester or annual reviews as outlined in the scholarship terms.

Question 5

❓What majors are eligible for your scholarships?

Accepted Answer

☑️Eligible majors depend on the scholarship:

George L. Paige Scholarship of Excellence – Open to all majors

Lee A. Murphy Jr. Legacy – Restricted to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) majors.

Richmond Minority Advancement – Open to all majors.

Question 6

❓What documents do I  need to apply for your scholarships?

Accepted Answer

☑️Applications generally require:

Transcript (official or unofficial)
College acceptance letter
FAFSA Submission Summary (for financial need)
Letters of recommendation (two or three, depending on scholarship)
Required essay(s) specific to each scholarship

Question 7

❓Can I apply for more than one Lifting Minorities scholarship?

Accepted Answer

☑️Yes. If you meet the eligibility criteria, you are welcome to apply for multiple scholarships. However, you can only be awarded one scholarship per year.

Question 8

❓What costs can scholarships cover?

Accepted Answer

☑️Scholarship funds are typically applied to tuition, books, fees, or other education-related expenses billed by your college or university.

Question 9

❓How will I be notified if I am selected for your scholarships?

Accepted Answer

☑️Recipients will be contacted directly by Lifting Minorities via email or phone. Award announcements are also shared at the annual LIFT Awards Ceremony.

Question 10

❓How are scholarship funds disbursed?

Accepted Answer

☑️Funds are sent directly to the recipient’s college or university to be applied toward educational expenses.

Question 11

❓What happens to my scholarship if my GPA falls below the requirement?

Accepted Answer

☑️If your GPA falls below the required minimum, you may be placed on probation for one semester. Continued failure to meet the requirement may result in loss of the scholarship.

Question 12

❓Do I need to reapply for your scholarships each year?

Accepted Answer

☑️No. Once awarded, scholarships automatically renew each year if you continue to meet GPA and reporting requirements.

Question 13

❓Are scholarships open to students of all backgrounds?

Accepted Answer

☑️Yes. While Lifting Minorities was founded to uplift underrepresented students, all students who meet the eligibility criteria are welcome to apply.

Question 14

❓Who can I contact with questions for your scholarships?

Accepted Answer

☑️If you have questions, email info@liftingminorities.org or use the contact form on our website. Our team is happy to help.

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